ISLAMABAD (TheCOWNews Digital)Pakistan has strongly condemned Israel’s airstrikes on Iran, labeling them as unjustified aggression that threatens the fragile peace and stability of the entire Middle East. In a statement issued by the Foreign Office on Friday, the Pakistani government expressed unwavering solidarity with the Iranian people and emphasized Tehran’s inherent right to self-defense.
“The Israeli military strikes on the Islamic Republic of Iran constitute a blatant violation of Iran’s sovereignty and territorial integrity,” the Foreign Office spokesperson said. “These attacks are a serious breach of the United Nations Charter and fundamental principles of international law.”
Pakistan’s response comes in the wake of Israel’s recent aerial operations targeting Iran’s nuclear and military infrastructure, which triggered a regional security crisis. Iranian officials have vowed a strong retaliatory response, and the situation remains tense as global powers urge restraint.
According to the statement from Islamabad, the airstrikes are not only provocative but also pose a grave threat to regional peace and global security. “Such unilateral use of force is unacceptable. The global community must step in immediately to halt further Israeli aggression,” the statement added.
Invoking Article 51 of the UN Charter, which allows member states the right to self-defense against armed attacks, Pakistan underscored Iran’s legal and moral right to respond appropriately to the violations. “As a sovereign nation, Iran is entitled to defend its people and territory,” the Foreign Office said.
The statement also made a passionate appeal to the United Nations and the broader international community to uphold the rule of law. “The international community must take urgent action to enforce international legal norms, prevent further escalation, and hold the aggressor accountable,” it read.
Pakistan’s condemnation is part of a growing chorus of voices across the Muslim world criticizing Israel’s military actions, which have already resulted in significant casualties and damage in Iranian cities, including Tehran and Isfahan. Iranian officials have confirmed the deaths of key military and nuclear personnel, further inflaming public sentiment.
Emphasizing its solidarity, Pakistan reiterated its support for the Iranian people. “We stand with the people of Iran in these difficult times. Aggression must never go unchallenged, and justice must prevail,” the statement concluded.
Security analysts warn that the conflict could draw in more regional players and spiral into a broader war if not contained diplomatically. The calls for de-escalation are growing louder, with several countries urging both Iran and Israel to exercise maximum restraint and return to diplomacy.
As tensions mount, Pakistan’s position aligns with that of other nations calling for an immediate ceasefire and renewed dialogue to resolve the crisis. The country’s leadership has made it clear: regional security cannot be ensured through acts of military aggression.
